Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen

Mia's voice turned serious. "Initially, I shared your perspective. However, Ms. Maynard's behavior at the kindergarten was anything but casual.

"If she's intent on escalating tensions with the Lane family, then so be it. I refuse to keep a potential threat near my children. That settles it." With that definitive statement, Mia abruptly ended the call.

She had no intention of giving Raymond any satisfaction.

By the time Dominic intervened, there would be no room for negotiation. Mia knew her brothers cared deeply for her children and wouldn't tolerate any form of mistreatment. After hanging up, Raymond stormed back home, his anger evident.

Upon seeing Raymond return, Luna quickly nudged Asher.

"Dad, look at what they've done to Asher. The Lane family has gone too far. You must stand up for him," she urged.

Raymond's hand swiftly met Luna's cheek with a hard slap. "Luna, look at the chaos you've caused. What nonsense have you been spreading?"

Stunned by the slap, Luna stammered, "B-but Dad, I haven't said a word."

said a word? Haven't you been using my name to wield influence and intimidate others? Now, Asher is

How could Asher possibly be forced to switch schools? He wasn't

situation, she

sense of decency. All you ever talk

If your words were to spread, do you understand

composure, Luna asked,

to catch

it be that

It's just not the right time to confront them

she remained silent in the face of Raymond's anger, simply nodding in acknowledgment. "Dad,

it be held at Aide

hotel being Mia's property, if Asher's celebration were to take place there, Alison wouldn't be able to use the venue, and someone would need to assert their authority by then. Raymond nodded

with satisfaction. It appeared she had secured a victory